Network services
In the over three decades of its work, GAUTENA has created and developed a services network for people with ASD in Gipuzkoa. This network obeys the philosophy of a community model of intervention and aims to achieve the maximum possible inclusion of these people in the society.
- DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
- EDUCATION
- DAY CARE
- HOUSING
- LEISSURE AND FREE TIME
- FAMILY SUPPORT AND ASSOCIATIVE ACTION

Ciudades
Servicios
COLEGIO LA SALLE BERROSPE. AULA ESTABLE
Avda. La Salle, s/n
20140 - ANDOAIN
943-59.05.57
KURTZEBARRI IKASTOLA. AULA ESTABLE
Santa Cruz, 19/n
20550 - ARETXABALETA
943-79.00.49
COLEGIO LA SALLE BEASAIN
Andre Mari Nº2
20200 - BEASAIN
943-88.01.59
CENTRO ASPACE
Igartza Oleta s/n
20200 - BEASAIN
943-88.06.87
COLEGIO HIJAS DE LA CRUZ. AULA ESTABLE
Fraxkueneko Murrua, 1
20280 - HONDARRIBIA
943-64.10.36
COLEGIO LA SALLE - IRUN. AULA ESTABLE
Av. Elizacho, 14
20303 - IRUN
943-62.84.11
GAUTENA
Pº de Arrasate, 1-bajo
20500 – ARRASATE
943-797143
IKASTOLA LANGAITZ. AULA ESTABLE
San Marcos, s/n, Apdo. 186
20100 - RENTERIA
943-34.16.45
CAD Rentería
Tulle Nº2
20100 - RENTERIA
943-52.98.53
ORIAMENDI ETXEA
Paseo Juan Abelino Barriola, 156
Parque de Miramón
20009 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-30.81.29
GOIZALDE
Antonio Valverde, 15
20014 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-30.95.59
TXARA-1
Pº de Zarategi, 100
20015 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-24.56.02
PISO TUTELADO
Pº de Zarategi, 90-1º Izda. y Dcha.
20015 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-28.23.89
GAUTENA - BERIO
Isidro Ansorena 59-61
20018 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-22.57.02
CENTRO AZKARATE ENEA
Francisco López Alen, 4
20009 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-21.53.44
CENTRO ORIAMENDI
Paseo Juan Abelino Barriola, 156
Parque de Miramón
20009 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-30.84.07
CENTRO ARTOLAMENDI
Isidro Ansorena, s/n
20018 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-31.38.83
CENTRO AZKARATE ENEA
C/ Francisco López Alen, 4
20009 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-21.53.44
COLEGIO EL CARMELO. AULA ESTABLE
Pº Zorroaga, 8
20011 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-45.66.00
COLEGIO SAN IGNACIO. AULA ESTABLE
Calzada Vieja, 26
20015 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-28.95.00
COLEGIO COMPAÑIA DE MARIA. AULA ESTABLE
Alto de San Bartolomé
20007 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-46.26.66
COLEGIO LA SALLE. AULA ESTABLE
Bº de Loyola, s/n
20014 - SAN SEBASTIAN
943-45.44.00
HARRI BERRI – OLETA IKASTETXEA. AULA ESTABLE
Camino Darieta, 18
20017 – SAN SEBASTIÁN
943-35.35.92
INTXAURRONDO IKASTOLA. AULA ESTABLE
Zarategi pasealekua, 48
20015 – SAN SEBASTIAN
943-28.51.10
COLEGIO LA SALLE SAN JOSE. AULA ESTABLE
La Salle kalea, 2
20800 - ZARAUTZ
943-13.00.60
ATZEGI
C/ZUBEROA, 8
20800 - ZARAUTZ
SERVICES
Diagnosis and Treatment
In GAUTENA, children and adolescents diagnosed of having an autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) are provided with a customised treatment plan that is co-ordinated by a member of the Society’s medical-psychological team.
This specialist team will have already completed the diagnostic process (something which normally occurs during early infancy), and will then establish a plan involving all those persons who have frequent contact with the child. To develop the plan, a series of individual sessions are held involving the family, focusing particularly on difficulties linked to communication and social relations. The sessions aim to establish and agree upon strategies to be applied in all the environments in which the child grows up.
Also, with older children, we use group therapy, aiming at fostering social, communicative and adaptive skills. Where appropriate, we also use complementary psychotropic medication.
Education
Students presenting autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) need an educational environment which is able to compensate for their disabilities and that can help them to develop their full potential. Today, specialised education is the most effective tool available for treating these serious problems.The diversity of children and adolescents with ASD means that, in order to adapt satisfactorily to the special education needs of these students, a number of different alternatives must be available. Holding this vision, GAUTENA has developed its education service as part of an integrated network of educational support resources.
Day Care
Upon completing their education, people presenting autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) should, like any other adults, be incorporated into the labour market in accordance with their training and interests. Nevertheless, many persons with ASD face a wide range of obstacles when trying to access different options of the job market. This is due to a number of factors: the difficulties frequently encountered by people with disabilities when finding a job; the fact that they need more time or supervision to continue their education and training; or, in other cases, the fact that they have limitations that generate a high level of dependence on others. With the aim of responding to their needs and providing the support required to help them become integrated into different aspects related to adult life, GAUTENA offers a day centre service.
Housing
Just like the rest of the population, people suffering from autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) require access to housing that will enable them to lead as normal a life as possible. The difference lies in the fact that the vast majority of these people require special support mechanisms in order to do so and to remain in the community throughout their lives. This aspect is one of the most pressing concerns for their families, who want to feel secure about the future. In order to respond to these needs, GAUTENA has developed its community housing service.
Leissure and Free Time
Just like everyone else, people with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) need to benefit from their free time in a functional and creative manner, engaging, in normal environments, in activities they enjoy. At GAUTENA, inspired by the frequent limitations experienced by persons with ASD in this respect, we have always placed special emphasis on the importance of this area, which is vital to the comprehensive development of the individual and his or her well-being.
Family support and associative action
GAUTENA’s Family Support and Associative Action Service has three areas of action which are different but related at the same time: firstly, the development of support programs for people with ASD who participate in GAUTENA. Secondly, supporting the families of the individuals that GAUTENA serves. Lastly, support for the entity itself – especially in terms of how GAUTENA interacts with its surroundings.